GENERAL DUTIES This clinical faculty position will provide expert clinical patient care in Mohs micrographic surgery and general medical dermatology, participate in translational and or/clinical research and participate in the teaching and training of fellows, residents and students in the specialty of Dermatology.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES I. Clinical Service
A. Practice clinical medicine in an exemplary manner in standards set forth by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the American College of Physicians, properly balanced with other academic activities.
B. Capable of providing complete and thorough history and physical patient examinations. Must be able to perform invasive procedures as dictated by the physician's sub-specialty.
C. Develop and maintain a clinical consultative practice for patients referred to MD Anderson Cancer Center.
1. Provide physician staffing for the Department of Dermatology at a level commensurate with that, which would be provided, by other physicians with the same level of training and experience.
2. Visually review for proper ICD-10 and CPT coding and approve all charge documents within 5 working days.
3. Complete patient documentation for medical records within time frames provided by institutional policy. Will require dictating in a clear and concise manner, and visual review of documents.
4. Correspond as appropriate in writing or in telephone conversations with physicians regarding patient care and treatment.
5. Keep abreast of current approaches in the management of patients through attendance at continuing education conferences in the specialty. This will require listening to and assimilating information from conferences.
6. Must be capable of sharing clinical responsibilities with other faculty including but not limited to inpatient service, outpatient clinic and outpatient procedures and other duties as requested.
II. Administrative and Service
A. Participate in investigation and review of best practice initiatives and clinical and institutional effectiveness projects.
B. Serve on institutional and hospital committees as requested by the Chair. Visually review all documents pertaining to committee functions.
C. Represent the Department by participating or presenting at local, regional, state, and national meetings in the field of dermato-oncology.
III. Research
A. Develop research programs of scholarly activities in keeping within the goals of the department. Requires the ability to synthesize a myriad of information pertaining to the area of research. May necessitate instructing, through written or verbal communication, research support personnel in clinical trials implementation.
B. Identify grants and funding sources for funding of research, submit grants and protocols in accordance with rules and deadline applications, and develop budgets and analysis and complete grant and protocol application forms.
VI. Education/Teaching
A. Acts as a role model for faculty, fellows, residents and students. Provides a balanced and integrated educational program for dermatology residents.
B. Attend and participate in Department teaching and continuing education conferences.
QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND LICENSURE Medical Degree and completion of a dermatology residency program.
Board certified in the American Board of Dermatology or board certification obtained within the department's specified timeline.
Licensed as a physician in the State of Texas.
Preferred completion of Mohs fellowship program.
EXPERIENCE At least 2 years experience as Instructor
or 4 years post degree with any combination of time as a clinician or GME trainee (except specialties with shorter residencies or fellowships).
REQUIRED Shows evidence of excellence in clinical care and performance.
Shows evidence of ability to develop an essential role in patient care services.
Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, paid time off , retirement , tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.
Additional Information
- Requisition ID: 177789
- Employee Status: Regular
- Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 0
- Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 0
- Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 0
- FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
- Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote
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